Help Me Get Rid Of Bees!

If you want to get rid of bees, best ask some-one who knows a lot about
bees!

One of the things they’ll be able to tell you, is whether you
really do need to take action. There are different types of bees, and this needs to be taken into account, as well as the individual scenario.

But PLEASE read the following notes first, and certainly before you call in pest control. Bees are going through a hard time - yet we need them. But you can still be humane AND SAVE MONEY!

Very often, it is not necessary to remove bees at all.

For
example, many nests only last a short while, swarms will often move on
by themselves - or beekeepers may help you, and most bees represent little or practically no threat
in terms of stings, unless you provoke them.

Also, let's not
over-hype the threat of having bees nearby. More often than not, they
are a blessing, and we simply need to change our attitudes towards them.
Potentially, you could save your time, your money, yet keep yourself
and others safe from stings AND get to marvel at the wonderful workings
of nature.

At the end of the day, bees fly around in gardens and public spaces without bothering us - and a nest might not be such a problem.

That said, there are times when it cannot be
helped, and for very difficult and valid reasons, we need to take
action.

Please only take action when necessary. Before I link you to the
specific information you need, first, a few points:

BEE HUMANE!

If you have to get rid of bees do it as humanely as possible. As stated before, bees are
having a very difficult time, and just because you happen to see bees in
your yard, this doesn’t mean they are everywhere!

If you need
to remove honey bees, call a beekeeper to assist you. If appropriate,
they may be able to use a smoker to calm the bees, then move them safely
to a place that is more appropriate for them. They’ll also ensure no
honeycomb is left behind – otherwise, this could attract more bees, or
even wasps, once the original honey bees have moved on. There’s more
information about this in the link below. If you need to move a
bumblebee nest, the same applies: follow the guidance provided on the
link, as it’s very comprehensive.

BEE SAFE!

If you need to get rid of bees, do it safely. Keep your distance from
the bees if you are calling in assistance, and keep pets and children
away. Bees are rarely aggressive unless provoked. To get rid of honey
bees, as explained above, you should call a beekeeper. Bumblebees rarely
sting, but information is provided on the link that will help you to
avoid aggravating them. Also, see the links in the righ hand margin of this page.

Well, it’s a good idea to know a little about your subject - this
is what will help you to determine the best action to take. For
example, many people mistake bees for wasps, and some solitary bees for
honey bees. Similarly, some people are unsure whether they have
swarming bees, or a nest. The information will help you to identify
your situation, but don’t worry, I won’t drown you in information!

SHOULD YOU CALL PEST CONTROL?

A quick note about "The Pest Control of Bees".....

Many
people are keen to get rid of bees, and think immediately "I need to
call the bee exterminators - get me that number!". Others rush out to
buy "bee pesticides". Don't do that. First of all, read the
information in the links. If you need help to get rid of bees, you'll
find out, and it may be free.

Of course, you may read a
dozen or so web sites written by pest control companies who are keen to
take your money, and will happily get rid of bees for you - and this may
involve destroying the bees. Other companies will refuse to kill bees
and will attempt to save them, perhaps by relocating the nest. Others
may even advise you to leave them alone. If you decide to seek
assistance from a 'Pest Control Company', you'll still have to pay them,
whether they save the bees or harm them.

In any event, take no
notice of exaggerated dangers. Take a little time to get better informed
and save yourself unnecessary hassle, and cost - and as I said, let’s
try to help the bees too, as they are facing serious problems currently.

Now back to those links:

Bee Swarm Removal
Go from 'Get Rid Of Bees' to this page specifically dealing with honey bee swarms (other types of bees do not swarm).However, do first take the time to take a quick look at this general, useful information about
swarming bees.

Bee Nests Q&A
Visit this this general Q&A, that will help you identify the type of nest you have, or whether it's a swarm. This will help you decide what to do next.

Carpenter Bee Control
Go from 'Get Rid Of Bees' to this page "Carpenter Bee Control". Here you'll find information about how to get rid of carpenter bees, but better still, how to help prevent future carpenter bee nests.

Bee Sting Facts
Go from 'Get Rid Of Bees' to this page about bee stings. I get frustrated when the dangers of bees are exaggerated. Did you know, in the USA you are more likely to die of flu, lightening strike?